Collection Intern, EcoTarium, Worcester, MA
Posted February 15, 2019
The EcoTarium is a unique indoor-outdoor museum in Worcester, MA, with a mission toinspire a passion for science and nature. Founded in 1825 (as the Worcester Lyceum of Natural History), the EcoTarium is the second oldest natural history organization in the United States. Our archives are extensive, comprehensive, and very disorganized.
In preparation for our 200thanniversary in 2025, we are getting a handle on our institutional history, and we need help getting organized. This project will give our intern experience with primary source research, information management, and archival methods, including use of the industry-standard PastPerfect collection registration database.
Qualifications:
Relevant experience and expertise would include a background and/or interest in history, archives, or library science.
Department:
Archives Collection
Effective Date:
Summer break
Reports to:
Martin Christiansen, Collections Specialist
Instructions:
The internship would take place during the summer, with a commitment of 1-2 weekdays per week. Please send a resume and a one page cover letter, including why you are interested in this position, what your future career objectives are, and what you hope to learn through your internship to Martin Christiansen, Collections Specialist, at [email protected].